From the vaults below the desert temple to the throne among the stars...
"Watain from Sweden to me are like Hellhammer reborn, and I mean that in a
totally positive manner. Watain approach their music with a certain level of respect,
and a certain level of mystique. What they are doing is not just a performance; it goes much deeper than that. That reminds me so much of the good sides of Hellhammer."
- Tom G Warrior, Celtic Frost/Hellhammer (UB Magazine Australia 2007)
Watain was formed in 1998 and have since then released three fullength albums; "Rabid Death's Curse" in 2000, "Casus Luciferi" in 2003 and in february 2007; the highly acclaimed "Sworn to the Dark".
The band has embarked on several tours across the world, together with bands such as Dissection, Angelcorpse and Celtic Frost. This together with their extensive list of exclusive gigs and festival-appearances has resulted in Watain becoming globally infamous and highly acclaimed for their blood-drenched, fiery performances, being ceremonies of radiant madness and the blackest metal fanaticism.
Since the release of "Sworn to the Dark" in early 2007, Watain has been out on their giant Fuck the World Tour reaching through Europe, North America, South America and Mexico. The last 111th date was held as a commemoration of the bands 10 year anniversary, in Uppsala, Sweden. Read more about that legendary concert above in the topic "An Ending in FIRE".
Until the release of the next album which is now being composed, the gates to Temple of Watain shall be closed. There are however a number of spectacular things planned that shall occur before the release of the album, and this page is until then the only reliable source of information. Keep checking back for news.
Watain performs Black Metal in it's original form; dangerous, passionate, sinister and magical. Drenched in blood, swept in mystery, shunning no sacrifice. You have been warned.
Through raging fire, trough Death and hail
Clinging to the Dragons tail
And as the world behind me burns
I ride it's wings, on paths of no return...
NOTE: The band can not be contacted through this forum. Contact-information can be found at This Site.
Thanks for the add! Really a great show at Kings of Black Metal Festival! I was quite surprised to be in the same hotel as you were, hehe. Thanks again for your interview for Infernal War Magazine!
KOB was great ! your foul blessings created enough magic to successfully piss off the wannabes and tame teddybears, I had plenty of fun and ecstasy, and my bones cracked of fury . The time to wait was worth it !
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